Conflict theoryKARL MARX

sociology

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Today we will Discuss,• Introduction of Theorist• Conflict ?• Main Concepts

• Approaches• Strength & weakness• Conflict analysis in religion• Criticism• References.

KARL MARX(1818-1883)• Father of modern socialism , communism, and

conflict theory.• German philosopher, sociologists, economists,

and revolutionary socialists.• He stated “all individuals to reach their full

human capital.”• Controlling material production Division of

labor Formation of economic social classes class struggle.

• Marx's theories about society, economics and politics—collectively understood as ”Marxism” .

• His conflict theory was also influenced by his personal life and wrote a number of books, articles and research papers.

KARL MARX1818 1835 1841 1841-42 1843 1844 1845 1846 1848 1849 1867 1883

Marx born at Trier, Persia.

Marx studies law at the university of Bonn.

Marx abandons the

idea of University teaching.

 Marx resigns as editor of ‘Rheinische Zeitung’ and Marx move to Paris.

Marx accused of High Treason in

Prussia. Later this year, he wrote Economical & Philosophical Manuscript.

Thesis on Feuerbach.

Communist Manifesto published.

 Marx moves to London.

Death of Marx.

The German Ideology. Das Capital

Published.

Marx receives his PhD. After writing a

dissertation of

Democritus & Epicurus.

WHAT IS CONFLICT ?

Meaning of CONFLICT word in dictionary noun1)a fight, battle, or struggle, especially a prolonged struggle; strife.2)controversy; quarrel: conflicts between parties

Definition of conflict theory“conflict society sees society as a result of competition over scare resources”Derived from ideas of “KARL MARX”

CLASS CONFLICT

DISTRIBUTION OF POWER

SOCIAL ORDER

SOCIAL CHANGE

power structure impacts on

people’s live

Early Approach Modern Approach

Let the ruling classes treble at a communistic revolution.

The proletariat have nothing to lose but their chains. They have a world to win…. Working Men of all countries ,

united

Social structures are created through conflict b/w people with differing

interests and resources, individual and resources, in turn, are influenced by those structures and by the “unequal distribution of power and resources in

the society”

Fried rich C. Wright Mills

STRENGTHS

competition

social structures & organizatio

n

Social change

Macro level

analysisWeakn

essSocial

inequality

Connection to

socialism

Domination of one group

Absolute

Conflict Analysis on Religion

According to Marx: Marx is often quoted as saying that "religion is the opium of

the people.“ Marx maintained that the happiness and rewards promised by

religion are merely illusions. religion helps maintain social inequality by justifying oppression

and is an institution that justifies and perpetuates the ills of society. 

the inequalities and social injustices that exist in society are reflected within the religious institutions themselves (e.g., race, class, or gender stratification). 

religious practices and rituals define group boundaries within society,

According to Marx, religion is a matter of ideology not of faith, focusing more on social needs and aspirations than on spirituality.

Example: The Hindu Caste System

CriticismFocus on change and neglect of social stability.

Change is minor or incremental not revolutionary

Inequalities in power & reward are built into social structures

Individuals and groups who benefit also strive to see it maintained

CONCLUSION

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080307150339AAGfgME• http://www.dictionary.com/browse/conflict• www.historyguide.org• www.boundless.org• Hawaii university• TED TALKS• www.feralchildren.com• www.about.com